3 arrested in Downey armed robbery

Downey police said Friday they arrested three teenagers on suspicion of armed robbery. Jonathan Hurth, 19, Jorge Sanchez, 18, and a 16-year-old juvenile - all of Los Angeles - were arrested in connection with a Dec. 17 bicycle theft in the 8500 block of Imperial Highway.

The three suspects confronted the victim between midnight and 2 a.m., brandished a firearm, stole his bike and fled the scene, police said.

A second robbery occurred a short time later, in the area of Lakewood Boulevard and the 105 Freeway. Three suspects fitting the same description confronted another victim and tried to steal his property with force.

With the aid of a Los Angeles County sheriff's helicopter, the suspects were located and arrested. A handgun was also recovered.

The two older suspects were transported to Los Angeles County Jail. The juvenile was transported to Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall.